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Instructor of Public Speaking in Spartanburg, South Carolina at Spartanburg Methodist College

Salary: $50000 - $52000
Spartanburg Methodist College
Spartanburg, South Carolina, 29301, United States
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Instructor of Public Speaking- Annually Contracted Faculty
Spartanburg Methodist College invites applications for a full-time, annually contracted faculty appointment for an Instructor of Public Speaking beginning in the 2025-2026 academic year. In person, on-ground teaching is the primary responsibility of the position (no nights, no weekends). The standard teaching load for this position is ten courses per academic year: five courses in the fall semester and five courses in the spring semester.
Spartanburg Methodist College has a long history of providing excellent undergraduate education for students who are traditionally underserved. The institution seeks qualified candidates who possess the skills and abilities to work with students who have academic and life challenges. The successful candidate will have a clearly articulated teaching philosophy; experience with first-generation, non-traditional, and/or traditionally underserved student populations; and a record of teaching excellence. Spartanburg Methodist College particularly welcomes applications from candidates who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds.
Qualifications for this position include:
- A Master's of Arts or Science in Communicaitons or related field, or a master's degree in a related field with 18 graduate hours in business, a Ph.D. in Communicaiotns is preferred.
- 2 years of teaching experience, two years of teaching at the college level is preferred.
Please submit the following to apply:
- cover letter explaining your interest in the position, qualifications, and reason you are applying
- curriculum vitae
- college transcripts (can submit copies/unofficial transcripts to apply, but will be required to submit official copies
to be hired)

About the College:  Founded in 1911, Spartanburg Methodist College is a private residential liberal arts institution serving a diverse student population (38% first generation, 52% minority, 59% Pell) within the United Methodist Connection. Since its founding as the first co-op school in the nation, SMC has remained dedicated to its mission to connect education and employment. After over 100 years as an Associate Degree granting institution, the college launched its first bachelor's degree in 2019. SMC is growing significantly, adding new programs, and consistently evaluating operations as a result of a campus-wide commitment to innovation and a passion for designing all campus programs to serve its student population intentionally. Today, the college's emphasis on education and employment includes a unique professional development concentration comprised of eight required courses for students seeking associate and bachelor's degrees. SMC is committed to its student demographic and believes that global impact is possible through their success.

 

Spartanburg Methodist College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation or any legally protected status in any personnel action regarding the recruiting, hiring, and promotion of faculty and staff member.

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Spartanburg, South Carolina, 29301, United States

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